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The Picanto went on the market for the first time in 2004. From the outset, it has been a very attractive model in the A-segment. It has three generations so far. In the last year it received slight aesthetic changes and a notable improvement in the equipment section. As always, its main attraction is the good price-product ratio.
Technical characteristics of the KIA Picanto
The KIA Picanto is the smallest model that the Korean firm sells. They are associated with Hyundai models, which is why this model uses the same platform as the Hyundai i10. A new structure for this third generation, developed to be lighter, more spacious and to enjoy more technology.
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The Picanto is one of the smallest cars. Its measurements are: 3.59 meters long, 1.59 meters wide and 1.48 meters high. To these dimensions must be added a wheelbase of 2.4 meters. Its interior allows it to accommodate a maximum of five passengers. The second row does not stand out for the space it offers.
KIA Picanto mechanical range and gearboxes
Thanks to its low weight, the KIA Picanto does not need large motors to move. As usual among utilities, the range is made up exclusively of gasoline engines. In all cases, the blocks are associated with a five-speed manual gearbox that is responsible for sending power to the front wheels.
The offer consists of three gasoline variants. The 1.0 CVVT variant has a three-cylinder block with 67 horsepower and 96 Nm of torque. It lacks a turbo, like the 1.2 CVVT. In the latter case, the engine increases its size to four cylinders and 1,248 cubic centimeters. It develops 84 horses and 122 Nm at 4,000 revolutions.
The 1.0 T-GDI version features a 998 cc turbocharged three-cylinder engine. It develops a power of 101 horsepower and 172 Nm of torque between 1,500 and 4,000 revolutions.
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KIA Picanto equipment
Utility has never shown equipment features. They have always been considered as commuter cars where functionality is above any other feature. However, the latest models of the Kia Picanto include better equipment and better materials.
The KIA Picanto has a large number of systems and elements. These include the multifunction steering wheel, automatic climate control, parking camera, browser, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, and a multimedia system with a seven-inch touch screen. To these elements we must add a discreet team of aids and driving assistants.
